She watches

[tsth]

Proverbs 31:27 She watches over the ways of her household,

Revisiting Motherhood

(Our roles ordained by God)

I am reminded (by a certain request ) that women are losing their identity and purpose in this day and time. I am deeply saddened by the current day trend of promoting surface beauty, rather than the intended beauty that comes from a woman who serves her Lord, and therefore resides in the boundaries and pleasant places that are set for her to claim, by God.

Proverbs 31:30 Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised.

Young ladies are forfeiting their inheritances, by not understanding the glorious riches that the Lord has set for her, by abiding in the proper place He has given her within the home and family. Ladies, you have a most hallowed job and responsibility, in the nuturing and bringing up the armies of the Lord (The Families of God). Mother's, you must realize how awesome your job is, to foster the growth of your children and even husbands, in the Lord. We must take hold of what the implications are of being a godly woman and the wife of noble character.

So, as I read Proverbs 31, I wanted to capture what part of that Chapter, seemed to be the most overlooked responsibility of mothers in this day and time, and it was this one:

:27 She watches over the ways of her household,

Are we watching over the ways of our households? Fathers/husbands, are you enabling your wives to do so? Are you making a way for the mothers to be able to stay home with their children, and watch over them and their ways/the ways of the household? Or, have we put ourselves in bondage to our things, more than raising up godly families?

Oh, to support our husbands and give them the respect they desire. To encourage them to be standing in strength and faith. To love them for abiding in the strength of the Lord, and to praise them for standing strong in what is right in the Lord. We've got to be praying for them. God will use mighty men to accomplish His will. We must be the fiery inspiration for these husbands and fathers. We've got to be the finest jewels, that our husbands are inspired to treasure and keep safe, because we keep the trust of his heart.

:10 Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. 11 The heart of her husband safely trusts her; So he will have no lack of gain. 12 She does him good and not evil All the days of her life.

I feel inspired to speak this morning on our calling and place in the family. It is a desirable place, if only we would see it for what it is. The world has deceived the women of today, into forsaking the value of the role God has instituted for us.

Young ladies do not be decieved, you have an awesome responsibility, to bring up families that will glorify the Lord. The world would have you to believe that what God ordained as your role in society, is not valuable. Do not be decieved! You have a great bearing on your husbands and children purposes in the Lord. Do not forsake that.

Titus 2:4-5

In His Love,

Suzanne

[hippo's hope is HIM]

Amen. well written. Although I must ask.

What if I don't want a family? What if I don't want to be a mom? What if I want to serve God doing something else???

IF God blesses me with a husband, and with Children then I will watch over them....and nurture them and what not. But I want to do other things as well.

^So I guess my question is , are you saying that that is what we as women; or I as a young girl are supossed to do in life? Raise a family while the husband is in charge, while we nurture them, and be jewels ect.?

[tsth]

Yes

:il:

In His Love,

Suzanne

[keslc]

I really have no dispute with what you are saying. I cherish my responsibilities as a wife and mother and take on those roles with great zeal!!

I think what hippo's hope was referring too (as I was going to mention myself) what about women who CANNOT have children or who are not married? If we have no answer for them as to their role in the Kingdom, they can end up feeling like a failure in God's sight. (I have personal experience with this) I agree that women have very blessed and specific roles in their homes and families and I would not encourage anyone away from that, but I believe that is just a part of our roles. God calls women to many things and those He has not given the responsibilities of wife and mother to need to know they have a place in ministry as a christian woman and they need to be obedient to God's place for them. I don't think we can say all there is is wifehood and motherhood, if we don't have that, there is nothing for us.

edited for typos!

Edited May 6, 2004 by keslc

[tsth]

I'm sorry keslc and HHIH,

I guess that I assumed it was just a given that those who cannot have children, are most certainly not those I'm referring to. This particular thread is intended for those who are, or will be married and/or married with children.

This particular thread is in no way intended for those who cannot have children. I will not get into it right now, but there is scriptural basis for whether or not women are to be mothers of children.

In His Love,

Suzanne

[keslc]

I'm sorry keslc and HHIH,

I guess that I assumed it was just a given that those who cannot have children, are most certainly not those I'm referring to. This particular thread is intended for those who are, or will be married and/or married with children.

This particular thread is in no way intended for those who cannot have children. I will not get into it right now, but there is scriptural basis for whether or not women are to be mothers of children.

In His Love,

Suzanne

Do you mind pming me with your thoughts? I'd like to hear. Thanks!

[tsth]

1 Peter 3:1 Wives, likewise, be submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, they, without a word, may be won by the conduct of their wives, 2 when they observe your chaste conduct accompanied by fear. 3 Do not let your adornment be merely outward--arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel-- 4 rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. 5 For in this manner, in former times, the holy women who trusted in God also adorned themselves, being submissive to their own husbands, 6 as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord, whose daughters you are if you do good and are not afraid with any terror. 7 Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered.

In His Love,

Suzanne

[tsth]

Proverbs 31:10 Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies.

Prov. 14:1

The wise woman builds her house, But the foolish pulls it down with her hands.

Prov. 21:9

Better to dwell in a corner of a housetop, Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.

Prov. 21:19

Better to dwell in the wilderness, Than with a contentious and angry woman.

Prov. 25:24

It is better to dwell in a corner of a housetop, Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.

Prov. 27:15

A continual dripping on a very rainy day And a contentious woman are alike;

Hmmm? Do you think the Word was emphasizing a point?

In His Love,

Suzanne

[refugepsa91]

Suzanne,

Did I sure NEED to hear this...what great timing :il: I have been feeling so...well its hard to explain...just kinda down. Like ok here I am...I'm here to make you all happy...which I love to do don't get me wrong. But gee a little thank you once in a while is so nice to hear and it energizes you to do more. But your post reminded me its not a humans "thank you" that really counts. ( although it helps) Its God patting you on the back and telling you "Good Job!"

Love and Blessings,

Angel

[Guest aka_mary]

Hi I'm new here. Have spent the last 2 days reading various posts, and popped into the chat room yesterday. I wanted to get a 'feel' if you will for the atmosphere before I became a part of it. LOL

I was really touched by this post as I have been burdened lately (as in the past few days) of wether or not I should continue working. I am working because I 'thought' I wanted to, not because I have too. My hubby of 19 years is supportive of my decisions either way.

I am a mom of 4 beautiful chillins. The youngest started school full-time this September, and I was offered an office job in October. Sort of fell in my lap. I have no formal training in the position I hold, and felt that perhaps it was a blessing from the Lord.

After a few months, and many hiccups, I find myself completelty stressed out. I am sick @ home this week with asthma, something that hasn't plagued me in years. I stumble across this board, and bamm.... I feel like the Lord is speaking to me about my role, and responsibilities. I don't want to do anything in haste, and of coarse I will pray.

Thanks again for sharing, and please offer any advice, or words of wisdom. I could sure use them.